Every trail tells
a deeper story
Start free with the full map, trail reviews, severe-weather warnings, route building and the friends leaderboard. Upgrade to Cumbre for Scout, AR navigation, trail weather, slope and fire layers, expert audio, 3D terrain and offline maps.
- Trail Map — All 50 StatesFull interactive map with nationwide trail data
- Every Base MapSendero, topo, satellite and terrain — all free
- AR Discovery ModeFloating trail labels in camera view, 10 km radius
- Map Navigation Map viewSnap-to-trail dot, live hike metrics, breadcrumb
- Basic Knowledge Audio TTSSystem voice trail overview descriptions
- Weather ForecastCurrent conditions, 7-day outlook, sunrise & sunset — plus severe-weather warnings
- Trailhead AmenitiesParking lots and restrooms near each trailhead
- Trail ReviewsRead and write reviews with stars, photos and conditions
- Full LeaderboardFriends, regional, and US-wide rankings
- Build Your Own RouteTap to drop waypoints — they snap to the real trail network
- Adventures — up to 2 daysDay-by-day itinerary with per-day mileage and an overview map
- ScoutAsk the trail, and plan hikes from a description
- AR NavigationGround-path ribbon, POI overlay, turn-by-turn audio
- Trail WeatherThe forecast along your route, hour by hour
- Slope & Fire LayersSlope, active fires, smoke and air quality on the map
- Expert Knowledge AudioDetailed, Nerd and Dinosaur narration, plus tap-to-learn waypoints
- 3D Terrain
- Offline Maps
- Send-my-Route SafetyTrusted contacts, tracking link, overdue alerts
- Multi-Day AdventuresTrips longer than two days
- Scout AIAsk any trail, park or region — then describe the hike you want and Scout plans it, multi-day routes included
- Multi-Day AdventuresBeyond two days — every day with its own mileage, climb and campsite
- Trail WeatherFour models blended along your route, elevation-adjusted, timed to your pace
- Slope & Fire LayersSlope angle, active fires, smoke and air quality drawn over the map
- AR Navigation3D ground-path ribbon with waypoint markers and cairn-detection AR
- POI Proximity DetectionAuto audio notification within ~50m of any point of interest
- Tap-to-LearnTap any waypoint to open its knowledge card with audio
- Turn-by-Turn Audio CuesSpoken navigation along the route, hands-free
- Detailed Knowledge Audio AudioNarrated geology, ecology, flora/fauna and human history
- Nerd Knowledge Audio AudioExpert-level deep dives for the truly curious
- Dinosaur Knowledge AudioWalk the same ground as Allosaurus and Triceratops — fossil stories park by park
- 3D TerrainReal elevation on the map — pitch the camera and the ridges rise
- Offline MapsDownload entire parks for backcountry hiking without service
- Send-my-Route SafetyTrusted contacts get a live tracking link + auto-alert if you're overdue
Compare every feature
| Feature | Free | Cumbre |
|---|---|---|
| Map and Discovery | ||
| Trail Map — All US, 50 states | ✓ | ✓ |
| Trail Search | ✓ | ✓ |
| AR Discovery Mode (10 km radius) | ✓ | ✓ |
| Filter by Difficulty, Route Type, Length | ✓ | ✓ |
| Base Maps — Sendero, Satellite, Hillshade | ✓ | ✓ |
| 3D Terrain | — | ✓ |
| Slope & Fire Layers — slope, fires, smoke, air quality | — | ✓ |
| Contour Lines & Elevation Overlays | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ||
| Map-View Navigation with Snap-to-Trail | ✓ | ✓ |
| Live Hike Metrics (time, distance, elevation, pace) | ✓ | ✓ |
| AR Navigation — 3D Ground Ribbon + Waypoints | — | ✓ |
| POI Proximity Detection | — | ✓ |
| Tap-to-Learn POI Knowledge Cards | — | ✓ |
| Turn-by-Turn Audio Cues | — | ✓ |
| Scout | ||
| Ask the Trail — answers grounded in the real guide | — | ✓ |
| Plan a Hike from a Plain-Language Description | — | ✓ |
| Multi-Day Thru-Hike Planning — legs, campsites, permits | — | ✓ |
| Trip Planning | ||
| Build Your Own Route — tap-to-drop, snaps to real trails | ✓ | ✓ |
| Adventures — day-by-day itinerary with overview map | Up to 2 days | ✓ |
| Multi-Day Adventures — trips longer than two days | — | ✓ |
| Knowledge Audio | ||
| Basic Audio (System TTS) | ✓ | ✓ |
| Detailed Audio — Geology, Ecology, Flora/Fauna, History | — | ✓ |
| Nerd Audio — Expert Deep Dives | — | ✓ |
| Dinosaur Knowledge — fossil-site stories, park by park | — | ✓ |
| Trail Info | ||
| Trail Photos and Descriptions | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weather Forecast (current + 7-day) | ✓ | ✓ |
| Sunrise & Sunset Times | ✓ | ✓ |
| Severe-Weather Warnings | ✓ | ✓ |
| Trail Weather — along your route, hour by hour | — | ✓ |
| Elevation-Adjusted Conditions + Mud & Comfort Risk | — | ✓ |
| Trailhead Amenities — Parking + Restrooms | ✓ | ✓ |
| Trail Reviews with Star Rating, Photos, Conditions | ✓ | ✓ |
| Safety (Cumbre) | ||
| Send-my-Route — Trusted Contacts + Public Tracking Link | — | ✓ |
| Overdue Email Alerts to Trusted Contacts | — | ✓ |
| Background Location Tracking During Active Hikes | — | ✓ |
| Social and Leaderboard | ||
| Friends Leaderboard | ✓ | ✓ |
| Regional Leaderboard | ✓ | ✓ |
| US-Wide Leaderboard | ✓ | ✓ |
| Follow Other Hikers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Offline Maps (download whole parks) | — | ✓ |
🧭 Scout plans the whole trip
Describe the hike you want — "three days from Tuolumne Meadows down to the Valley" — and Scout routes it on real trails, breaks it into days with mileage and climb for each, finds the campsites along the way, and flags the permits you'll need. When the trail network genuinely doesn't connect two places, it says so and marks that stretch a drive rather than inventing a path.
⛈️ Severe weather is free, always
Thunderstorms, hail and heavy snow show up on every trail card whether you pay us or not — that's safety information, not a feature. Cumbre answers the harder question: what the weather does along your route, hour by hour, adjusted for the elevation you'll actually be climbing to.
🎙️ Why narrated audio matters
Free tier uses your device's built-in text-to-speech for trail overviews. Cumbre unlocks pre-generated, professionally narrated MP3s — a warmer, more natural narrator voice that turns 7-mile switchbacks into a guided experience across geology, ecology, flora/fauna, and human history.
🧠 Ambient intelligence, explained
Cumbre's POI system runs quietly in the background during navigation. As you approach a geological feature, old-growth grove, or historic site, the app speaks first — no screen-checking required. Tap any waypoint to dig deeper.
🛟 Send-my-Route — peace of mind for solo hikes
Cumbre users designate trusted contacts and set an ETA each hike. Contacts get a live tracking link they can watch from anywhere, and an automatic email if you're overdue. Background GPS keeps the link alive even with your phone in your pack.
📶 Offline Maps for the backcountry
Cumbre users can download entire national or state parks before heading into territory with no cell service. The basemap and trail data live on your phone until you delete them.
🏷️ Half price for your first year
Cumbre is $49.99 for your first year, then $99.99 a year — about $8.33 a month, billed once a year through the App Store. One plan, no monthly tier, no trial to remember to cancel.
↕️ Cancel anytime
Cumbre renews yearly through the App Store. Cancel anytime in your subscription settings — your hike history, reviews, and contacts always stay with you.